Realme 12 Pro+ vs Redmi K90 Pro Max
The Realme 12 Pro+ (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, while the Redmi K90 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $400 and $561. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads — 86/100 vs 60/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,622,315 vs 798,429); the Realme 12 Pro+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12 Pro+
Redmi K90 Pro Max
What makes Realme 12 Pro+ better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $561
- Better portability (56/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3622315 vs 798429
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1015
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2687
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 Pro+ vs the Redmi K90 Pro Max, the Redmi K90 Pro Max scores 26 points higher (86/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Realme 12 Pro+ — 48/100, Redmi K90 Pro Max — 90/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro+ (97/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Realme 12 Pro+ are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro+ (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro+ and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 Pro+ | Redmi K90 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 798429 | 3622315 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1015 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2687 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.9" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $400 | $561 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 12 Pro+
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 6.9" OLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12 Pro+
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Pro Max
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 Pro+ and Redmi K90 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Pro Max leads Realme 12 Pro+ by 78.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $161. Realme 12 Pro+ was $161 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro+ (97/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max and the Realme 12 Pro+ are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro+ (89/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro+ and the Redmi K90 Pro Max are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 Pro+ or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro+ by 26 points (86/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 Pro+ and the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Realme 12 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Redmi K90 Pro Max — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 Pro+ or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on camera score (78/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 Pro+ or the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 Pro+ over the Redmi K90 Pro Max?
The Redmi K90 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.